Italian cuisine, UNESCO intangible heritage, highlighted at the Internazionali

On 13 May 2026 at Foro Italico in Rome, an event was held to promote Italian cuisine, inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests together with ISMEA, the evening emphasized cuisine as a key element of national identity and territorial promotion.

The initiative, taking place near the courts of the Internazionali d'Italia, connected sport, an international audience and the promotion of Italy's agro-food excellence.

Aims and awards

During the event, awards were presented to media professionals and a chef recognized for their role in promoting Italian gastronomic culture. Main aims included:

• showcasing Italian agro-food excellences;
• supporting local supply chains and producers;
• strengthening the relationship between food, territory and communities;
• linking culinary offerings with tourist routes around Italy's UNESCO sites.

Opportunities for UNESCO site visitors

Events like this offer concrete opportunities for visitors to Italy's UNESCO sites to learn about typical products and local food-and-wine routes, and to participate in hands-on experiences that narrate regional traditions.

Practical information

• Date: 13 May 2026
• Venue: Foro Italico, Rome
• Address: Foro Italico, 00135 Rome RM, Italy
• Coordinates: 41.9320731, 12.4565786
• Organizers: Ministry of Agriculture and ISMEA

For updates on similar events and participation details, follow the official channels of the Ministry and event organizers. Combining visits to UNESCO sites with local gastronomic experiences enriches travel with cultural and culinary knowledge.